Newport International Boat Show joins the growing portfolio of best-in-class
\nboating and yachting events managed by the South Florida Ventures
\nNewport, R.I. \u2013 The Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) owner and producer of the annual
\nNewport International Boat Show (NIBS) announced today that the Show was acquired by
\nSouth Florida Ventures to expand and deliver enhanced value to participating marine
\nindustry businesses and a seamless and unparalleled experience for attendees.
\nWith a rich 53-year heritage deeply rooted in the Newport community, the Newport
\nInternational Boat Show occupies over thirteen acres of historic downtown Newport, Rhode
\nIsland. Under the stewardship of Paul O\u2019Reilly and his dedicated team, NIBS stands as one
\nof the nation\u2019s premier boat shows and the foremost event of its kind in the Northeast.
\nBoasting a lineup of over 600 exhibitors and the largest in-water display in New England, the
\nshow showcases an impressive array of power and sailboats, marine accessories, products,
\nand services.
\nSouth Florida Ventures has seen rapid expansion over the past five years, acquiring and
\nlaunching specialized businesses and brands catering to the luxury lifestyle sector, including
\nmost recently the esteemed Miami International Boat Show. With successful ventures like the
\nFort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Palm Beach International Boat Show, the St.
\nPetersburg Power and Sailboat Show, and the Suncoast Boat Show under their belt, the
\nteam is well-positioned to propel the Newport International Boat Show to new heights. The
\npartnership between these two entities has been forged through extensive deliberations,
\nfocusing on strategies to elevate industry standards and cultivate an unparalleled boat show
\nexperience.
\nAndrew Doole, President of US Boat Shows, South Florida Ventures, expressed excitement
\nabout the union, stating, \u201cWe are delighted to welcome NIBS into the South Florida Ventures
\nNEWPORT INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW (NIBS) EMBARKS ON EXCITING PARTNERSHIP
\nWITH SOUTH FLORIDA VENTURES TO GROW THE NIBS BRAND family. NIBS is a standout show, reflecting the vibrancy of the boating community in the Northeast. This partnership signifies a true collaboration, driven by a shared dedication to customer satisfaction, community, and a mutual interest in the future growth of NIBS and its
\nbrand.\u201d
\nLisa Knowles, Show Director for NIBS, remarked, \u201cSouth Florida Ventures is the ideal partner
\nto lead the Newport International Boat Show into its next evolution. This collaboration
\nensures that NIBS will maintain its renowned quality while gaining access to innovation,
\ninsights, and cutting-edge technologies, enriching the experience for exhibitors and
\nattendees alike. We eagerly anticipate welcoming everyone to an even more remarkable
\n2024 show in September!\u201d
\nPaul O\u2019Reilly, CEO of Newport Restaurant Group, stated, \u201cFor over 50 years, the Newport
\nInternational Boat Show has been the pinnacle of boat shows in the Northeast. While it is
\nbittersweet to bid farewell to NIBS, I am assured that it is in the most capable hands with the
\nNIBS leadership team and South Florida Ventures at the helm. With the maritime sector
\nexperiencing a surge in demand post-pandemic, this marks the perfect time for the next
\nchapter in the illustrious journey of the Newport International Boat Show. I am certain that
\nLisa and Andrew will maintain its great integrity and esteemed reputation for years to come.\u201d
\nThe Newport International Boat Show will be the first Northeast addition for South Florida
\nVentures\u2019 boating portfolio. The NIBS event will take place September 12-15 in the historic
\nwaterfront of downtown Newport, Rhode Island. Exhibitor and Sponsor space contracts are
\nactively being accepted as of January 15, 2024, and tickets will go on sale to the public June
\n1st, 2024. Visit newportboatshow.com for the latest information and registration details.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Newport International Boat Show joins the growing portfolio of best-in-class boating and yachting events managed by the South Florida Ventures Newport, R.I. \u2013 The Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) owner and producer of the annual Newport International Boat Show (NIBS) announced today that the Show was acquired by South Florida Ventures to expand and deliver enhanced value to participating marine industry businesses and a seamless and unparalleled experience for attendees. With a rich 53-year heritage deeply rooted in the Newport community, the Newport International Boat Show occupies over thirteen acres of historic downtown Newport, Rhode Island. Under the stewardship of Paul O\u2019Reilly and his dedicated team, NIBS stands as one of the nation\u2019s premier boat shows and the foremost event of its kind in the Northeast. Boasting a lineup of over 600 exhibitors and the largest in-water display in New England, the show showcases an impressive array of power and sailboats, marine accessories, products, and services. South Florida Ventures has seen rapid expansion over the past five years, acquiring and launching specialized businesses and brands catering to the luxury lifestyle sector, including most recently the esteemed Miami International Boat Show. With successful ventures like the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Palm …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":42103,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42102"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42102"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42102\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":42104,"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42102\/revisions\/42104"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/42103"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42102"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42102"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bwsailing.com\/cc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42102"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}